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Case Description

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Summary based on the NamUs case record (MP24874) and 3 other sources
In the summer of 1994, a young man named Andray Lamont Smith vanished from Warren, Ohio, leaving behind a profound sense of mystery that has endured for decades. At 25 years old, Andray was last seen on July 1, 1994. Details surrounding the precise circumstances of his disappearance are scarce, and what was supposed to be a typical day turned into the beginning of a long and painful period of uncertainty for his loved ones. In the initial stages of the investigation, authorities were left with very little to go on, and the case quickly grew cold. The passage of time has not been kind to the available information, with few concrete leads ever surfacing to illuminate what might have happened to Andray.

Andray is described as an African-American male with black hair and brown eyes. At the time he went missing, he stood at 5'9' and weighed approximately 168 pounds. He had several distinguishing features that his family hoped would aid in his identification. Both of his ears were pierced, and he had a scar on his abdomen from an appendectomy. A notable tattoo of a six-pointed star was located on his right arm. Despite these distinct characteristics, and the circulation of his description, no confirmed sightings of Andray have been reported since he was last seen. The lack of available photographs, and the poor quality of the one that is often circulated, has made it difficult to create a clear image of him in the public's mind.

The investigation into Andray Smith's disappearance is now a cold case, handled by the Warren Police Department. Over the years, his case has been featured on various platforms for missing persons, with the hope that renewed attention might finally bring a breakthrough. For his family and community, the lack of answers has been an enduring source of pain and unanswered questions. The case of Andray Lamont Smith is a somber reminder of the many individuals who disappear without a trace, leaving behind a legacy of unknowns and a desperate hope for resolution. His file remains open, a silent testament to a life interrupted and a mystery that continues to plead for a conclusion.

Last Seen: Jul 1, 1994

Possible Unidentified Matches (10)

Unidentified remains cases whose details are consistent with this person, ranked by how closely they compare. Fields that are unknown in either case are left out of the score.

80%Moderate
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP13142 • Found May 11, 1999
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Sex ✓Male
Age 99%Est. 30–45 vs 25 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 68%137 mi away
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%154 lb vs 168 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan - unidentified case UP56104
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP56104 • Found Nov 30, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 16–30 vs 25 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 68%137 mi away
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 84%5'7" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%171 lb vs 168 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP56119 • Found Aug 12, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 25 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 68%137 mi away
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 84%5'11" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%175 lb vs 168 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan - unidentified case UP9909
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP9909 • Found Feb 12, 2002
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 24–39 vs 25 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 68%137 mi away
TimingFound 8 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"
Weight 91%192 lb vs 168 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
79%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP13155 • Found Sep 28, 1999
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 15–28 vs 25 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 68%137 mi away
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 97%149 lb vs 168 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
78%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan - unidentified case UP12232
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP12232 • Found May 8, 2004
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 25–35 vs 25 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 68%137 mi away
TimingFound 10 years after last seen
Height 100%5'8" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%152 lb vs 168 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
76%Possible
John Doe — Manhattan, New York - unidentified case UP121067
John Doe — Manhattan, New York
UP121067 • Found Apr 25, 2024
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Sex ✓Male
Age 85%Est. 25–45 vs 25 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 39%359 mi away
TimingFound 30 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%171 lb vs 168 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
Physical features: Tattoo: star, arm
75%Possible
John Doe — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
UP16615 • Found Dec 29, 1996
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 20–30 vs 25 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 44%309 mi away
TimingFound 2 years after last seen
Height 100%5'10" vs 5'9"
Weight 81%135 lb vs 168 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown
75%Possible
John Doe — Detroit, Michigan
UP9640 • Found Mar 19, 2001
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Sex ✓Male
Age 100%Est. 30–45 vs 25 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 68%137 mi away
TimingFound 7 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"
Hair 100%Black vs Black
75%Possible
John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland - unidentified case UP2741
John Doe — Baltimore, Maryland
UP2741 • Found Jan 8, 1999
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Sex ✓Male
Age 95%Est. 30–40 vs 25 when missing
Race 100%Black
Location 49%259 mi away
TimingFound 5 years after last seen
Height 100%5'9" vs 5'9"
Weight 100%177 lb vs 168 lb
Hair 100%Black vs Black
Eyes 100%Brown vs Brown

These comparisons are generated automatically from public NamUs case data and are not confirmed identifications. Only DNA, dental or fingerprint comparison by investigators can confirm an identity. If you believe two cases are connected, contact the agency handling the unidentified case.

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